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Jane Russell

American actress (1921–2011)

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Jane Russell was an American actress who became a major Hollywood star in the 1940s and 1950s, known for her roles in films like "The Outlaw" and "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." She was a significant figure in mid-20th century cinema and remained active in entertainment for decades until her death in 2011.

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Born: 1921-01-01
Died: 2011-01-01
Works: 19

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Acting · Bemidji, Minnesota, USA

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jane Russell (June 21, 1921 – February 28, 2011) was an American film actress and was one of Hollywood's leading sex symbols in the 1940s and 1950s. Russell moved from the Midwest to California, where she had her first film role in 1943 with The Outlaw. In 1947, Russell delved into music before returning to films. After starring in multiple films in the…

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Ernestine Jane Geraldine Russell (June 21, 1921 – February 28, 2011) was an American actress, model, and singer. She was one of Hollywood's leading sex symbols in the 1940s and 1950s and starred in more than 20 films.

Russell was known for her beauty, silhouette, and a great presence that combined charisma and seriousness. She moved from the Midwest to California, where she had her first film role in Howard Hughes' The Outlaw (1943). In 1947, Russell delved into music before returning to films. After starring in several films in the 1950s, including Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) and The Fuzzy Pink Nightgown (1957), Russell again returned to music while completing several other films in the 1960s.